Why cannot I open MKV files on my ipad?

I cannot open mkv files on my ipad

iPad Air, iPadOS 17

Posted on Aug 28, 2024 8:16 AM

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varjak paw

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Posted on Aug 28, 2024 8:41 AM

Unless I've missed something, iPadOS does not natively support MKV-format files. You'll need a third-party app such as VLC or Infuse.

Regards.

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varjak paw

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Aug 28, 2024 8:41 AM in response to AslamAli

Unless I've missed something, iPadOS does not natively support MKV-format files. You'll need a third-party app such as VLC or Infuse.

Regards.

Aug 28, 2024 9:05 AM in response to AslamAli

VLC is a free open source media player available on just about every operating system.

It has been around for 23 years.

It can play a huge variety of video and audio formats.

It is in active development and is highly thought of.

AslamAli Author

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Aug 28, 2024 8:47 AM in response to varjak paw

What do you use?

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Why cannot I open MKV files on my ipad?